2023 World Conference on Lung Cancer (Posters)-P1.14. Strengthening the Screening of Lung Cancer in Europe (SOLACE) Project

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The SOLACE project aims to strengthen the screening of lung cancer in Europe by providing a modular framework for individualized approaches to lung cancer screening. The project acknowledges the need for tailored solutions as the criteria from previous lung cancer screening trials are not directly applicable to the unique conditions of the EU member states. The success of lung cancer screening programs depends on proper management and communication of findings, and the SOLACE project aims to address the identified needs, bottlenecks, and inequalities in implementing these programs.<br /><br />The project's methods include elaborating and making accessible a modular guideline, quality assurance, and implementation package for lung cancer screening in Europe. They will also assess the current state of low-dose CT screening in member states and initiate pilot projects addressing specific populations that are currently underrepresented in lung cancer screening. These populations include females, hard-to-reach individuals from marginalized communities, and individuals with comorbidities such as COPD, ILD, and secondary cancers.<br /><br />The project was officially launched on April 1, 2023, and preliminary and first results are expected to be reported. The SOLACE project aims to empower lung cancer screening programs to increase participation among at-risk populations, improve life expectancy and quality of life, and reduce harms while maintaining high quality and cost-efficiency. Their mission is to develop, test, and disseminate tools to overcome identified bottlenecks and address health inequalities, ensuring that those at the highest risk of lung cancer have access to high-quality screening that meets their needs.<br /><br />The keywords associated with this project are screening, low-dose CT, and clinical trials in progress. The project falls under the track of screening and early detection in the WCLC 2023 conference.

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Hans-Ulrich Kauczor

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Speaker Hans-Ulrich Kauczor

Topic Screening & Early Detection: Implementation

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SOLACE project

lung cancer screening

modular framework

tailored solutions

low-dose CT screening

underrepresented populations

comorbidities

health inequalities

high-risk populations

clinical trials